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Travel and Accommodations


  • Does an SLC entry include accommodations?

  • What if I can’t attend the entire event but still want to participate? Can I arrive late and/or leave early?




    Does an SLC entry include accommodations?

    While an SLC entry does not include room and hospitality accommodations, SLC has additional packages including accommodations or special hotel rates. For more information, please contact the Sports Legends Challenge by calling 404.869.5000. Please note, these special rates are only available to confirmed participants in the Sports Legends Challenge and their guests.


    • What if I can’t attend the entire event but still want to participate? Can I arrive late and/or leave early?

    Yes. However, your arrival and departure times will affect your level of participation in the SLC activities.









    Events & Activities


  • What events and activities are included in the Sports Legends Challenge?

  • Can I select the SLC activities in which I will participate?




    What events and activities are included in the Sports Legends Challenge?

    The Sports Legends Challenge includes several casino tournaments, including No Limit Texas Hold ‘Em, Blackjack, and Slots. The Sports Legends Golf Challenge is offered as an additional option for participants. Other activities include:

  • Team Draft Party
  • Sit ‘n Gos with the Sports Legends
  • Cash Games
  • Sit ‘n Gos with Poker Pros
  • Awards reception
  • Sit ‘n Gos for memorabilia
  • Silent and live Sports Memorabilia Auctions
  • Q & A’s with the Sports Legends
  • Sports Trivia competitions
  • Poker Academy
  • and more.


    • Can I select the SLC activities in which I will participate?

    Yes. Participants may select as many activities as their interests, availability and time allow.

    The Sports Legends & Poker Pros


  • Who are the Sports Legends that will be participating in the event?

  • Who are the Poker Pros that will be participating in the event?

  • How will participants interact with the Legends?




    Who are the Sports Legends that will be participating in the event?

    Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Troy Aikman, Richard Petty, Sugar Ray Leonard, Emmitt Smith, Reggie Jackson, Chuck Liddell, Tony Hawk, Joe Namath, Julius Erving, Mike Ditka, Mark Messier, Fuzzy Zoeller, Jerry West, Herschel Walker, Jim Brown, Randy Couture, Lennox Lewis, Bobby Hull, Ozzie Smith, Laffit Pincay, Brooks Robinson, Gale Sayers, Kyle Petty and Rocco Mediate. Please visit the “The Legends” section of this website for biographies of each of the Sports Legends.


    Who are the Poker Pros that will be participating in the event?

    A total of 25 world famous Poker Pros will be participating in the event. The current list of participating pros includes , Annie Duke, Johnny Chan, Mike Sexton, T.J. Cloutier, Jamie Gold, Layne Flack, “Cowboy” Kenna James, Antonio Esfandiari, Lacey Jones, Men “The Master” Nguyen, Mark Seif, Cyndy Violette, Robert Williamson III, Gavin Smith, Barbara Enright, Amir Vahedi, Matt Vengrin, Hoyt Corkins, Marsha Waggoner, Kathy Liebert, Chip Jett, David Singer, Marco Traniello, Karina Jett and Robert Daily. Please visit the “Poker Pros” section of this website for biographies of each of the Poker Pros.


    How will participants interact with the Legends?

    A number of activities will be held throughout the event specifically designed to provide participant’s personal interaction time with the Sports Legends. For example, the Sports Legends will serve as team captains for each of the 100 player teams, participate in a "Meet the Legends" event, take part in various photo and autograph opportunities, host Q&A sessions and join participants in a variety of other special events.


    • Tournament Play


  • What is the competitive format for the event?

  • What is the Sports Legends All-Star Poker Challenge?

  • What is the Sports Legends Golf Challenge?

  • What is the potential prize pool for the Sports Legends Challenge?

  • What are the "official rules" for the tournaments?

  • Can participants trade team assignments?

  • What level of experience do I need to participate in the various Sports Legends Challenge tournaments?

  • Who is the SLC tournament director?




    What is the competitive format for the event?

    The Sports Legends Challenge is a team format event in which 25 teams will be established. Each team will consist of no more than 100 players with one Sports Legend serving as captain for each team. One of the Poker Pros will also be assigned to each team to serve as the team’s coach for the No Limit Texas Hold ‘Em competition. On the first day of the event, all participants will attend an exciting “Draft Party” where, in the atmosphere of a professional sports draft, participants will be randomly assigned to the Sports Legends’ teams.

    Participants will have the opportunity to compete in a wide range of daily tournaments, including No Limit Texas Hold ‘Em, Blackjack, Slots, Golf and more, over the four days of the Sports Legends Challenge. There will be championship events for each Tournament competition. The grand finale of the competition, the Sports Legends All-Star Poker Challenge, featuring a No Limit Texas Hold ‘Em competition, will be nationally televised on Fox Sports Net.


    What is the Sports Legends All-Star Poker Challenge?

    At the conclusion of the main poker event, the Sports Legends All-Star Poker Challenge will take place. The competition (composed of 25 two-person teams) will feature each Sports Legend along with the top 25 No Limit Texas Hold ‘Em finishers. In addition, each of the two-person teams will be assigned a professional poker player as a coach. This will be a winner-take-all event.


    What is the Sports Legends Golf Challenge?

    During the Sports Legends Challenge, those that enjoy golf will have the opportunity to play in one or more daily golf tournaments with cash prizes of up to $100,000.


    What is the potential prize pool for the Sports Legends Challenge?

    Up to $10,000,000 US in cash prizes may be awarded.


    What are the “official rules” for the tournaments?

    Official Rules and Regulations will be posted in the “Rules and Regulations” section of this website.


    Can participants trade team assignments?

    Once team assignments are made at the Draft Party, participants will not be permitted to switch teams.


    What level of experience do I need to participate in the various Sports Legends Challenge tournaments?

    This event is primarily geared toward those who consider themselves to be avid sports fans and competent in the various tournaments in which they decide to compete. Players of all skill levels are welcome.


    Who is the SLC tournament director?

    Robert Daily is the SLC tournament director. Robert was the 2006 tournament director for the World Series of Poker tournament and is a former Harrah’s executive.


    • General Information


  • How do I contact the Sports Legends Challenge if I have additional questions?

  • What is the Sports Legends Challenge?

  • What does an SLC entry include?

  • Will the Sports Legends Challenge be televised?

  • Can family and friends accompany a participant to the event?

  • Are there age restrictions for entry into the SLC?

  • Are there plans for future Sports Legends Challenge events?




    How do I contact the Sports Legends Challenge if I have additional questions?

    You may reach one of the Sports Legends Challenge Customer Care Specialists by calling 404.869.5000.

    You can also contact us via email through this web site.


    What is the Sports Legends Challenge?

    The Sports Legends Challenge is one of the most exclusive and elite sporting events ever held – the ultimate sports and casino fantasy come true. It is every fan’s chance to compete with and against 25 of the greatest Sports Legends of our time from the worlds of professional football, baseball, basketball, golf, auto racing, hockey, horse racing, boxing and more. Plus, the Sports Legends Challenge will feature 25 world famous Poker Pros.

    Activities will include a wide range of freeroll casino gaming tournaments featuring No Limit Texas Hold ‘Em, Blackjack, Slots and more. One of the featured events will be the Sports Legends All-Star Poker Challenge which will be nationally televised on Fox Sports Net.




    What does an SLC entry include?

    An SLC entry includes the full range of activities included in Sports Legends Challenge, most of which will include interaction with the Sports Legends:

    • The opportunity to participate in a wide range of freeroll casino gaming tournaments featuring No Limit Texas Hold ‘Em, Blackjack, Slots and Sports Legends Golf Challenge tournaments at the Atlantis’ world renowned Ocean Club Golf Course and trivia competitions.
    • Exclusive special events – Draft Party, reception, awards event, Poker Academy, sports trivia contests, vintage sports memorabilia auctions.
    • The chance to win entry into the Sports Legends All-Star Poker Challenge with a winner-take-all cash purse of up to $1,000,000 US. This event will be nationally televised on Fox Sports Net.

    Will the Sports Legends Challenge be televised?

    Yes, the Sports Legends Challenge will be nationally televised on Fox Sports Net.


    Can family and friends accompany a participant to the event?

    Yes. There are a wide variety of activities for family and friends to enjoy while participants are engaged in the Sports Legends Challenge. However, only registered SLC participants will be provided access to participate in the actual activities that are part of the Sports Legends Challenge.


    Are there age restrictions for entry into the SLC?

    Participants must be 18 years of age as of September 13, 2009 to enter.


    Are there plans for future Sports Legends Challenge events?

    Yes. Each SLC event will be unique, featuring different Sports Legends and exciting activities.


    • Entry Fee


  • How much does it cost to enter the Sports Legends Challenge?

  • What types of payment will be accepted?

  • Are entry fees transferable?

  • Are entry fees refundable?

  • What is the SLC event cancellation policy?

  • Are group discounts available?

  • Is it possible for me to win an entry into the Sports Legends Challenge through Satellites?




    How much does it cost to enter the Sports Legends Challenge?

    The direct purchase price for an entry into the Sports Legends Challenge is $10,000 US. Additionally, there are a number of ways to enter or win an entry. Please visit the “Purchase Entry” section of this website for details.


    What types of payment will be accepted?

    Sports Legends Challenge will accept checks, money orders or wire transfers. These are standard payment options for events that involve casino gaming. Payment details are available on the Official Entry Form which can be emailed to you and is available in the “Purchase Entry” section of this website.


    Are entry fees transferable?

    Entries to the Sports Legends Challenge are transferable up to 30 days prior to the start of the event. All entry transfers must be approved by Sports Legends Challenge and communicated by the original registered entry owner via a notarized written document sent to Sports Legends Challenge. Entries may not be resold. The SLC reserves the right to void, without refund, any entries posted for resale.



    What is the SLC event cancellation policy?

    If the event is cancelled by SLC, a full refund for the purchase price of the entry will be provided.


    Are group discounts available?

    Yes, group discounts are available. Please contact our Sales Department
    at 404-869-5000 for specific information on group discounts.


    Is it possible for me to win an entry into the Sports Legends Challenge through Satellites?

    Yes. You can visit Absolutepoker.net where you can sign-up for a free chance to win an entry into the Sports Legends Challenge. There are also opportunities at various casinos, bar poker leagues and other promotional partners where you may win entry into the Sports Legends Challenge. For more information on how to win an entry, please visit the “Other ways to enter” section of this website.